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<p>Writing on a discarded piano on Midleton Main Street, in the aftermath of last week's storm. Picture: Neil Michael</p>

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'No amount of sandbags could have saved us' — Midleton locals hope the worst has passed

Two things stood out when the Irish Examiner visited Main Street yesterday — sandbags in every doorway and skips every few 100 feet

<p>Emergency personnel working amid the floods on Main St, Midleton, Co Cork, after Storm Babet lashed much of Ireland's south coast, with East Cork appearing to be particularly badly hit. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

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Homes and businesses in Cork begin clean-up after Storm Babet unleashed havoc

<p>Flooding in Midleton during Storm Babet. Picture: Cork County Council</p>

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Storm Babet: Army deployed as Midleton 'impassable' with 100 properties flooded

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Cork allocated over €83m for road projects

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Bypass Ireland: Safety fears as national routes continue to thunder through Castlemartyr

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Leo Varadkar to meet IDA over Twitter and Stripe job losses

Government 'not backing down' on concrete levy despite backbench backlash

Despite TDs' protests, a senior Coalition source said last night there are 'no plans to postpone' the introduction of the levy which will contribute to the mica redress scheme

Thu, 29 Sep, 2022

Government and AIB officials to meet as Taoiseach calls on bank to 'reconsider' cashless decision

The Taoiseach had been called on by a group of Kerry councillors to intervene in the situation

Thu, 21 Jul, 2022

Micheál Martin orders departments to make contingencies for Russia crisis

The Taoiseach warned that the imposition of sanctions will have a negative impact on the cost of living

Wed, 23 Feb, 2022

Daniel McConnell: Dáil's youngest TD had people choking on their cornflakes

Unhappy at being “misled” by Government figures over the lack of inclusion of Cork East projects in the National Development Plan, James O’Connor let rip on his local radio station

Thu, 07 Oct, 2021

Coronavirus: Back to basics for local businesses in Youghal

Youghal business owners have noticed a more communal spirit emerge since Covid, writes Neil Michael.

Fri, 05 Jun, 2020

Mercy Hospital medical scientists race against clock to meet Covid-19 challenge

For the medical scientists at Cork's Mercy Hospital, it was a race against the clock.

Mon, 11 May, 2020

Maresa Fagan: Testing times keeping up with demand

Microbiology laboratories are now running Covid-19 tests day and night writes Maresa Fagan

Sun, 10 May, 2020

James O'Connor: All bets are off as youngest TD looks to future

Having risen quickly through the ranks of Irish politics, James O’Connor is anxious to get back to work, writes political correspondent Paul Hosford

Mon, 13 Apr, 2020

Irish tourists stranded in Peru to be evacuated

Up to 40 Irish tourists trapped in Peru could be evacuated by Wednesday.

Sun, 22 Mar, 2020

Mayor elected as replacements for newly-elected TDs join Cork council

Cork County Council has elected a new mayor and welcomed four new councillors who were co-opted onto the local authority to replace members who have been elected to the Dáil.

Mon, 24 Feb, 2020

Campaign pays off as Bus Éireann cuts East Cork fare

Bus Éireann has bowed to public and political pressure by reducing fares for people in East Cork who had to pay nearly double the price for a journey to Cork City than commuters living further away in Co Waterford.

Sun, 23 Feb, 2020

On the campaign trail: Fleet of foot Micheál leaves opponents trailing in his wake

There’s a reason why everyone around Micheál Martin looks exhausted these days. He walks so fast during his canvassing, they have to run to keep up.

Thu, 06 Feb, 2020

Dominant Na Gaeil hold opponents scoreless until injury time in Munster final

Na Gaeil have breezed into the All-Ireland Club JFC semi-final with a comprehensive dismissal of Tipperary’s CJ Kickhams Mullinahone in Mallow.

Sun, 08 Dec, 2019

Fr O’Neill’s coach: ‘They put their bodies on the line, we had to match them’

Fr O’Neill’s coach/selector James O’Connor said they were expecting a ferocious battle from Waterford champions Ballysaggart— and they weren’t disappointed.

Mon, 25 Nov, 2019

Kerry court poor box scrapped

The court poor box into which defendants in Kerry could pay money to avoid convictions has been scrapped.

Tue, 19 Nov, 2019

Cobh aims to be Cork's second autism-friendly town

A meeting of the Cobh Municipal District Council heard a proposal from Cllr Sinead Sheppard that the local authority do everything in its power to make the town more inclusive for autistic people and their families.

Tue, 12 Nov, 2019

Kelly ‘gutted’ as Offaly in freefall after shattering defeat to Kerry

It was an historic day in Austin Stack Park on Saturday as Kerry condemned four-time Liam McCarthy Cup winners Offaly to Christy Ring Cup hurling in 2020 when they won this dogfight to maintain their own Joe McDonagh status.

Sun, 16 Jun, 2019

Kerry condemn Offaly to the Christy Ring Cup

It was an historic day in Austin Stack Park as Kerry condemned four times Liam McCarthy Cup winners Offaly to Christy Ring Cup hurling in 2020 when they won this Joe McDonagh dogfight and maintained their second-tier status for another year.

Sat, 15 Jun, 2019

#Elections2019: FF and FG to turn to Independents for County Hall control

Independents will hold sway in Cork’s County Hall despite Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael continuing to underline their dominance as the main parties in the local authority.

Mon, 27 May, 2019

Cllr Noel Collins set to lead the pack once again in East Cork

The longest-serving public representative in the State is on the campaign trail as he prepares to contest the local elections in the East Cork municipal district.

Thu, 16 May, 2019

Court poor box paid €1.74m to charities last year

Almost €1.74 million has been paid out from the court poor box to various charities in 2018, according to figures released by the Courts Service.

Wed, 15 May, 2019

Kerry hurlers sizzle in the snow

A second-half blitz in the snow saw Kerry crush Meath at Fitzgerald Stadium yesterday and book their place in next weekend’s Allianz Division 2A final against Westmeath.

Mon, 04 Mar, 2019

Connacht’s proud home record on the line against Sale Sharks

It’s almost four years to the day since Connacht last lost a European pool game at home, and they need to maintain that impressive record against Sale Sharks this afternoon to claim top spot in Pool Three.

Sat, 12 Jan, 2019

‘What they did was incredible’ - The Irish rugby team who achieved what Joe Schmidt's side haven't

An Irish tag-rugby team has achieved what Joe Schmidt and company have failed to achieve — win a World Cup.

Wed, 07 Nov, 2018

Players got behind Limerick boss John Ryan, says Cathy Mee

Limerick ladies football captain Cathy Mee has confirmed that it was the players who looked for the special meeting of the county board after reports emerged that manager John Ryan was being relieved of his position.

Thu, 01 Nov, 2018

O'Donovan Rossa rebuilding to get back in big time

O’Donovan Rossa GAA Club is investing €150,000 to get back to winning Cork and All-Ireland titles, says club chairman Pat Fitzgerald.

Thu, 01 Nov, 2018

Greg Higgins swoops as Cork Con’s late show edges UCC

Cork Con scored a last-gasp try to beat rivals UCC 18-20 last night at the Mardyke in the second round of the All-Ireland League.

Sat, 13 Oct, 2018

Cora Staunton set for Banshees as Irish eye Aussie Rules double

Mayo’s Cora Staunton looks set to star for the Irish Banshees as the Australian Football League Europe’s Euro Cup comes to Cork IT on Saturday.

Thu, 11 Oct, 2018

Jamie Heaslip: Leinster even more dangerous this season

Former captain Jamie Heaslip believes Leinster are “even more dangerous” than last season as they begin their Champions Cup title defence against Wasps on Friday night.

Wed, 10 Oct, 2018

Monkstown ladies make emotional national Minor Cup breakthrough

Monkstown Golf Club created history last Friday when they won the AIG Minor Cup, claiming the club’s first ever ladies national title.

Tue, 02 Oct, 2018

Fabulous Fota tunes up for return of Society event

Fota Island Resort promises fantastic course conditions as they host the return of the Irish Examiner Group and Society Teams Golf Trophy this month.

Tue, 02 Oct, 2018

Monaghan sinkhole: 'It was like being hit by a bombshell on Monday'

A Monaghan GAA club are appealing for donations after a series of devastating sinkholes appeared on their pitch on Monday.

Wed, 26 Sep, 2018

Ireland’s facilities and support miles behind, warns rowing chief

Rowing Ireland are “miles behind” their competitors in terms of capital and staff despite success at the World Championships, says CEO Michelle Carpenter.

Tue, 18 Sep, 2018

Tipp hurling heroes help Nenagh to golfing glory

Hurling legends Dinny Ryan and Noel O’Dwyer secured another All-Ireland title for Tipperary as Nenagh beat Nuremore to win the All-Ireland Inter-Club Four-Ball Championship in Limerick.

Tue, 18 Sep, 2018

Maradona unveiled as new Dorados manager

Argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona insists he has left his off-the-pitch issues behind as he was formally introduced as the new coach of Mexican second-tier club Dorados de Sinaloa.

Wed, 12 Sep, 2018

Camogie bosses hoping for 20,000 fans as Cork and Kilkenny renew rivalry

Over 20,000 fans are expected to attend Sunday’s All-Ireland camogie finals at Croke Park.

Wed, 05 Sep, 2018

Munster’s Rory Scannell excited to face Cheetahs challenge

Munster centre Rory Scannell admits pre-season has been “tough” ahead his side’s PRO14 opener against South African side Cheetahs tomorrow.

Fri, 31 Aug, 2018

Laura Guest: Women’s interprovincial schedule will test Munster to the limit

Munster bid to retain their women’s interprovincial title when they kick-off the series against Connacht at Musgrave Park tomorrow.

Fri, 31 Aug, 2018

Testing start for Irish at World Rowing Junior Championships

Irish crews will need to dig deep tomorrow morning after a tough start to the World Rowing Junior Championships in Racice, Czech Republic.

Sat, 11 Aug, 2018

'It’s still very raw and hard to take': Conor Whelan on cousin Niall Donoghue’s death

When Galway’s hurling star Niall Donoghue died by suicide in 2013, Conor Whelan was just 16 years old, and suffering the loss of his cousin and first role model.

Wed, 08 Aug, 2018

John Jermyn signs off in style at Garryduff on Ireland swan song

John Jermyn marked his 179th and final international cap in fantastic style as his goal secured Ireland a 1-1 draw against France in Garryduff yesterday.

Fri, 29 Jun, 2018

Sale won’t be Jackson and Olding’s next destination

Sale last night announced they will not be signing Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding.

Thu, 03 May, 2018

US Business in Ireland: Gratitude, humility and appreciation make a great leader

Future Leaders gathered on the evening of Thanksgiving to share experiences of great leadership in their own lives.

Sun, 11 Feb, 2018

Michael Clifford: Who judges the judges in Ireland?

A defendant in a case in Killarney in 2016 says Judge James O’Connor called him ‘English scum’, but there is no system to prove or disprove this claim, writes Michael Clifford.

Wed, 10 Jan, 2018